history (exam 1)

Question 1

Almost all psychoactive agents are of_______

origin

Answer 1

plant

Question 2

describe what mushrooms were used for

Answer 2

“Berserkers” used by Vikings before battle.

Question 3

what were ergots used for?

Answer 3

caused death and abortions

Question 4

what is atropine used for?

Answer 4

dilating pupils

Question 5

describe the U.S. Marihuana Tax Act

Answer 5

• Growers, distributors (pharmacies, physicians), and purchasers were taxed (making it difficult to get)
• Later, states made the drug illegal
• Eventually, the Supreme Court overturned the act (1969; self-incrimination)

Question 6

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